Cancer

Penile Cancer See All Overview See All Understanding Your Diagnosis See All Deciding on Treatment See All Managing Side Effects See All Cancer FAQs See All  What Is Penile Cancer in Overview Cancer that starts in cells in the penis is called penile cancer. Penile cancer is rare in the U.S. ...more  Penile Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview Smoking is a risk factor for penile cancer. You can lower your risk by quitting smoking....more  Penile Cancer: Symptoms in Overview, Understanding Your Diagnosis Many men with penile cancer have early symptoms. But you may have no symptoms until the cancer is in its later stages. ...more  Penile Cancer: Tests After Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis After a diagnosis of penile cancer, you will likely have other tests. These tests help your healthcare providers learn more about your cancer. The test results can help your healthcare provider decide the best ways to treat your cancer. ...more  Penile Cancer: Treatment Choices in Deciding on Treatment There are various treatment choices for penile cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the type of penile cancer you have, your test results, the size of the tumor, its location, and whether it has spread beyond the penis. ...more  Penile Cancer: Chemotherapy in Deciding on Treatment Chemotherapy for penile cancer may be given as a cream or through an IV (intravenous) line. Read on to learn more. ...more  General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more  Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Managing Side Effects, Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more  Anemia and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast. ...more  Infection and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects To reduce your risk for infection, avoid people who are sick with contagious illnesses, including colds, the flu, measles, or chickenpox. ...more  Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment in Other Treatment Side Effects Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment....more  Penile Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Cancer that starts in cells in the penis is called penile cancer. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more